Hotels:

Restaurants:

"One of the top oyster bars in the French Quarter! Casual, kid friendly, no reservations needed though it does get busy. If you are in town on Wednesday the 17th, join us at 6:30p for our welcome dinner!"

Restaurants:

"Cafe Du Monde is famous for their beignets, cafe au lait, and chicory coffee. You can't say you've been to N'awlins if you haven't been here!
This location is the original, adjacent to the French Market. It's open 24 hours a day for your beignet fix!"

Restaurants:

"This Garden District beacon is back. If you want the quintessential New Orleans jazz brunch or 5 course dinner, this is the place to do it.
Reservations required.
Jackets preferred at dinner, no shorts."

Restaurants:

"A New Orleans classic, this landmark restaurant is part of the Brennan family holdings and is sure to please. Their bread pudding is to die for! Our rehearsal dinner (by invitation) will be here Friday the 19th."

Adult/Evening Activities:

"Almost every night of the week, the famous, historic Preservation Hall features amazing bands playing the best of real New Orleans jazz. No reservations, $10 cover, adults and children of all ages welcome. Not to be missed!"

Adult/Evening Activities:

"One of the iconic music venues in New Orleans. A variety of bands come through here, from rock to zydeco to jazz.
Anonymous once stood in the alley outside Tipitina's as her mom slept in the car, waiting, just to catch a glimpse of her favorite band at the time (Weezer). Was it worth it? Oh, yes! What would be better to do in 1995?"

All-Ages Attractions:

"One of the country's top-ranked zoos, Audubon Zoo is in the lovely Garden District, easily accessible by the St. Charles streetcar.
Admission is $12.50 for adults, $7.50 for children, and $9.50 for seniors.
You can also get discounted admission if you buy a combination package good for the Zoo, the Aquarium, and even the IMAX Anonymouster!
Hours:
Tuesday through Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
closed Monday"

All-Ages Attractions:

"Why not see New Orleans by boat? Take a trip down the Mississippi River in the deluxe paddlewheeler, the Creole Queen! 1.5 hour-long harbor cruises during the day, and 3 hour-long jazz cruise dinners at night. Adult pricing starts at $20."

All-Ages Attractions:

"This musuem holds the largest collection of Southern art in the world, and is particularly strong in modern 20th century art. A unique museum you won't find anywhere else.
As of now, museum hours are:
Thursday through Sunday: 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Thursdays 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. with live music
Admission prices:
Free Members
$10 Adults
$8 Seniors, 65 and over
$8 Students (with current i.d.)
$5 Children 5-17
Free for children under 5"

All-Ages Attractions:

"New Orleans is home to some of the most beautiful and historic cemeteries in the US. <a href="http://www.saveourcemeteries.org">Save Our Cemeteries</a> leads good tours of the St. Louis No. 1 Cemetery, where Homer Plessy (of Plessy v Ferguson), Marie Laveau, and other notables are buried. They also do tours of the Lafayette No. 1 cemetery in the Garden District."

Shopping:

"This is the oldest public market in the US, and it's been around since 1791! Local produce, specialty Cajun and Creole food items and crafts, are all here in the market. It's definitely not the same after Katrina, but it's still a vibrant and important part of the city's culture."